The Big Cats of India Safari Tour

We will visit the Tabo monastery the following morning before making our journey to Kibber. Kibber’s elevation is 4,500 metres If there are any snow leopard sightings during the two-hour journey to Kibber, we will drop you down and have your cameras ready. The porter and guide will come to assist you, but it is best to ascend, acclimatise, and then return, as weariness can lead to altitude sickness. Depending on how difficult it is to reach the sighting place, we will then take a call.

After settling into your rooms at the Kibber homestay, you can take a brief stroll about the hamlet to become acquainted. If there are any sightings in the afternoon, we will transport you to the location as soon as we get the news. We employ a Maruti Suzuki Gypsy so that our guests may reach the location without having to walk. One may be required to trek between 100 and 400 yards at various times while navigating to the snow leopard’s habitat. There are also Yaks available for those who are comfortable riding them.

Typically, the daily schedule is as follows: Morning tea/coffee is served at 6:30 AM, and breakfast must be ready by 7:15 AM. The spotters convene at 7:15 a.m. for a meeting and then depart for the snow leopard sighting locations. After breakfast, tourists are able to observe Blue Sheep, Red Fox, and Ibex. We recommend everyone to remain close to the homestay until they hear word of an excellent snow leopard sighting, after which they may pursue other local wildlife. Typically, lunch is served at the snow leopard sighting location.

If there are no sightings on certain days, we will return to our accommodation for lunch. Always served for dinner at the homestay. Tea, coffee, and snacks are offered between meals at both the site and the guesthouse. Free mineral water is offered throughout the journey. Each room features a wood-burning stove and an electric heater. There is an electric blanket on each bed. Heavy blankets are also provided. There are also provided bath towels. A generator is available in case the power goes out.

In winter, there is no flowing water. Daily hot water will be given for personal hygiene. There is a dry toilet present. Toilet paper and wet wipes will be provided. If someone wishes to take a bath, hot water will be provided in the separate bathroom. There is a porter accessible for each guest. You are not required to lift anything during your stay. The porter will handle your camera as well as your daytime camera bag or backpack. The presence of additional scanner guides maximises the likelihood of rapid and confirmed observations.

You will be given a walking stick and a chair or stool to use while seated for photographs. A tent is also erected for those who need to lie down. Inside the tent are stored insulated mats. Additionally, an oxygen tank is transported with the group to the sighting location. A gadget for measuring oxygen saturation is available for diagnosing shortness of breath. The escort will direct you and be present to assist with any problems that may arise. In the event that a guest has mountain sickness or shortness of breath, there is a plan in place to lower their altitude. There may be a detour of up to 30 kilometres for new or alternative Snow Leopard viewing locations. The volunteers will provide any additional assistance or make any more journeys necessary to transport equipment and other necessities from the guesthouse to the construction site.

This is the routine for the next week.

The accommodation offered in Homestay